Crazy Smart Asia

Tatler Gen.T
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Crazy Smart Asia lifts the lid on the unexpected stories behind some of Asia’s boldest disruptors. Every week we talk with a young leader about the crazy-smart approaches they’re taking to achieve success and tackle some of the biggest issues facing Asia today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. When life gives you melons: racing car driver Bianca Bustamante on family, fans and fruits

    24 JUN · BONUS

    When life gives you melons: racing car driver Bianca Bustamante on family, fans and fruits

    “I wasn’t given a racing car. I chose it. But for other girls, it’s never an option," says motorsport star Bianca Bustamante, on Crazy Smart Asia. In conversation with Tatler Gen.T’s Chong Seow Wei, the GB3 racer discusses her social media game, the sacrifices her family made to finance her dream, how racing lets her escape societal expectations and why she can no longer watch anime. 00:00 Introduction to Crazy Smart Asia 00:25 Meet Bianca Bustamante: Breaking Stereotypes 01:30 Quick Fire Questions with Bianca 03:11 Bianca's Early Racing Journey 04:15 Family Sacrifices and Support 08:36 Realising Racing as a Career 14:20 Overcoming Financial and Pandemic Challenges 17:44 The Whole Package for a Racing Driver 18:31 Building a Personal Brand 20:07 Challenges in the Racing Industry 21:49 Gender Dynamics in Motorsport 23:59 The Importance of Representation 26:24 Preparing for GB3 Debut 27:37 Managing Life as a Racing Driver 31:20 Hobbies and Downtime 33:11 Would You Do It All Again? 33:56 Conclusion and Farewell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
  2. Crypto drama, silicon valley and baby loss: meet Ray Chan of 9gag and MemeStrategy

    17 JUN · BONUS

    Crypto drama, silicon valley and baby loss: meet Ray Chan of 9gag and MemeStrategy

    “You can always turn something bad into good,” says 9gag co-founder Ray Chan, on Crazy Smart Asia. In conversation with Tatler’s Chong Seow Wei, the Hong Kong entrepreneur discusses building one of the world’s largest online meme platforms, the time he brought a rice cooker to a startup accelerator programme and how experiencing baby loss puts petty crypto drama into perspective. 00:00 Introduction to Crazy Smart Asia 01:11 Meet Ray: The Man Behind the Memes 01:17 Quick Fire Questions with Ray 03:38 Ray's Childhood and Early Career 04:58 The Birth of 9GAG 14:40 Navigating Co-Founder Relationships 19:39 The Genesis of Meme Land 22:47 Web3 Needs More Customers, Not Investors 23:28 Navigating the Fast-Paced Web3 Market 24:06 Challenges and Criticisms in Web3 25:19 The Importance of a Flexible Roadmap 27:23 Investment Tips for Newbies 28:59 Acquiring Hong Kong's First Meme Stock 32:43 Personal Tragedy and Resilience 36:04 Turning Misfortune into Positive Action 44:03 Balancing Faith, Family, and Fitness 45:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min
  3. Lights, camera, insight: five crazy-smart lessons from the film world

    18 APR · BONUS

    Lights, camera, insight: five crazy-smart lessons from the film world

    From a visual development artist who’s worked on major Hollywood animations to a horror filmmaker terrifying audiences without the jump scares, season 11 of Crazy Smart Asia presents powerful lessons on work and life from Asia’s film industry leaders. Listen for five of the most powerful mindbombs from the season’s guests, designed to help you think bigger, braver and more creatively. If you enjoyed these short clips, why not go back and listen to the full episodes: Your music is only as good as your instincts, says composer Elliot LeungTaking Southeast Asian narratives to the world, with film producer Tan Si EnThe Projector effect: How Karen Tan built Singapore’s coolest cinemaAuditions, exorcisms and the art of reinvention, with writer and actor of “Good Cop/Bad Cop” fame Grace ChowBeyond jump scares: film director and writer Kenneth Dagatan on the art of terrifying audiences Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min
  4. Auditions, exorcisms and the art of reinvention, with actor and writer Grace Chow

    13 APR

    Auditions, exorcisms and the art of reinvention, with actor and writer Grace Chow

    “If you don’t start calling yourself an artist, no one will,” says Singaporean-Taiwanese actor and writer Grace Chow, on Crazy Smart Asia. In conversation with Tatler Gen.T’s Chong Seow Wei, the ‘Good Cop/Bad Cop’ star discusses how to cultivate and protect your creative outlook, how she landed her breakout role in Australian TV series ‘Mystery Road: Origin’ and why she was encouraged to be an exorcist when she was younger. 00:00 Introduction to Grace Chow 01:37 Quickfire Questions 03:33 Grace's Creative Childhood 09:54 Pursuing Drama School 16:58 Early Career Milestones 18:52 Creating and Performing in shows 20:13 The Joy of Performing 20:58 Diverse Roles and Joy in Acting 21:56 Mystery Road Origins Experience 23:26 Good Cop, Bad Cop Audition 25:06 Memorable Moments on Set 27:41 Preparing for Auditions 31:58 Asian Representation in Film 35:31 Advice for Aspiring Artists 38:52 Surprising Facts About Grace 40:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    42 min
  5. The Projector effect: How Karen Tan built Singapore’s coolest cinema

    4 APR

    The Projector effect: How Karen Tan built Singapore’s coolest cinema

    “The Projector is a space for people who are curious,” says Karen Tan, the co-founder of Singapore’s only independent cinema, The Projector, on Crazy Smart Asia. In conversation with Tatler Gen.T’s Chong Seow Wei, she discusses the benefits and challenges of disrupting a traditional industry, balancing creativity with business demands and why she lets people throw toilet paper at each other in her cinema. 01:18 Quick Fire Questions with Karen 03:02 Karen's Childhood and ADHD Journey 06:10 Early Entrepreneurial Ventures 09:29 From Architecture to Investment Banking 12:07 The Birth of The Projector 15:06 Discovering the Golden Mile Tower 20:58 The Birth of an Independent Cinema 21:47 Overcoming Initial Challenges 22:35 Embracing Failure and Experimentation 26:17 Building a Cultural Institution 30:10 Balancing Business and Culture 34:24 Unforgettable Moments at The Projector 36:44 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 38:07 Conclusion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    39 min
  6. Beyond jump scares: film director Kenneth Dagatan on the art of terrifying audiences

    25 MAR

    Beyond jump scares: film director Kenneth Dagatan on the art of terrifying audiences

    “Horror is like a rollercoaster ride, it mirrors us as human beings,” says Kenneth Dagatan, the film director behind the Philippines’ first scary film to premiere at the Sundance’s Midnight Section. On Crazy Smart Asia, Dagatan shares with Tatler Gen.T’s Chong Seow Wei his philosophy of horror beyond cheap thrills, the joy of directing with playfulness and why nothing scares him more than the realities of adulthood. Timestamps:  00:33 Meet Kenneth Dagatan: Filipino Horror Film Director 01:34 Quick Fire Questions with Kenneth 02:42 Kenneth's Favorite Horror and Non-Horror Films 03:56 The Art of Atmospheric Horror 07:11 Balancing Creativity and Adulthood 08:50 Kenneth's Early Influences and Education 12:48 Discovering Filmmaking in University 14:10 The Journey of a Filmmaker 21:51 The Role of Extras in Films 24:58 Challenges of Filmmaking in the Philippines 25:36 Background Talent and Acting Aspirations 26:42 Success of 'In My Mother's Skin' 29:13 The Journey of Making a Horror Film 34:34 Differences in Horror Across Cultures 37:39 Creative Process and Challenges 44:23 Upcoming Projects and Advice 47:10 Final Thoughts and Farewell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  7. Bringing worlds to life: visual artist Desiree Ong on the magic of animation

    20 MAR

    Bringing worlds to life: visual artist Desiree Ong on the magic of animation

    “Animation is a magical thing that can bring ideas and beauty to people who don’t get access,” says visual development artist Desiree Ong on the Crazy Smart Asia podcast. In conversation with Tatler Gen.T’s Chong Seow Wei, Ong shares about the film that sparked her curiosity in animation, being a graphic designer for Guillermo del Toro’s award-winning stop-motion musical ‘Pinocchio’ and navigating the international film world as a Singaporean artist. Timestamps 00:29 Meet Desiree Ong: Rising Visual Development Artist 01:26 Quickfire Questions with Desiree 04:22 Desiree's Journey in Animation 14:05 Working with Guillermo del Toro on ‘Pinocchio’ 30:19 Challenges and Reflections 34:07 Future Projects and Closing Remarks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min
  8. Taking Southeast Asian narratives to the world, with film producer Tan Si En

    12 MAR

    Taking Southeast Asian narratives to the world, with film producer Tan Si En

    “The more specific you are, the more global you are,” says Tan Si En, an award-winning Singaporean film producer and founder of Momo Film Co, on the Crazy Smart Asia podcast. In conversation with Tatler Gen.T’s Chong Seow Wei, they share why the best producers are like rivers – they flow with the bends, why the best films tell stories that are true to personal experiences, and dreams of an alternate career as a champagne grower. Timestamps 00:20 Meet Tan Si En: Award-Winning Producer 01:06 Quickfire questions 03:06 Tan Si En's Early Inspirations 05:01 Journey to Becoming a Producer 10:03 Founding Momo Film Co 12:21 Collaborating with Southeast Asian Filmmakers 20:02 Challenges and Successes in Film Production 22:48 Future Projects and Aspirations 33:22 Personal Passions and Final Thoughts 34:34 Conclusion and Credits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
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Crazy Smart Asia lifts the lid on the unexpected stories behind some of Asia’s boldest disruptors. Every week we talk with a young leader about the crazy-smart approaches they’re taking to achieve success and tackle some of the biggest issues facing Asia today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Tatler Gen.T
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    94
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Crazy Smart Asia
  • Show Website
    Crazy Smart Asia

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